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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rainham to Sheerness
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£41
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£41
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 51 m
Trains on 18 Sept
9
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rainham to Sheerness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rainham to Sheerness will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
To travel from Rainham to Sheerness you need to make at least 3 changes.
5:352h37Rainham (london)8:12Sheerness-on-sea£411One-way3 changes- 6:491h52Rainham (london)8:41Sheerness-on-sea£411One-way3 changes
- 7:511h51Rainham (london)9:42Sheerness-on-sea£411One-way3 changes
- 8:491h53Rainham (london)10:42Sheerness-on-sea£411One-way3 changes
- 9:481h54Rainham (london)11:42Sheerness-on-sea£411One-way3 changes
- 13:211h50Rainham (london)15:11Sheerness-on-sea£411One-way3 changes
- 7:511h51Rainham (london)9:42Sheerness-on-sea£411One-way3 changes
- 10:511h51Rainham (london)12:42Sheerness-on-sea£411One-way3 changes
- 11:511h51Rainham (london)13:42Sheerness-on-sea£411One-way3 changes
- 12:511h51Rainham (london)14:42Sheerness-on-sea£411One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Rainham to Sheerness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rainham to Sheerness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £41, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 13 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£41 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £41 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-29.81. The journey takes 26m versus 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Rainham to Sheerness train times
The table below shows live departures for Rainham to Sheerness trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P85127 · P87053 | On time 12:11 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 0h31 | 12:42 Sheerness-on-Sea (SSS) | 1 change | |
| P85134 · P87079 | On time 13:11 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 0h31 | 13:42 Sheerness-on-Sea (SSS) | 1 change | |
| P85141 · P87105 | On time 14:11 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 0h31 | 14:42 Sheerness-on-Sea (SSS) | 1 change | |
| P85344 · P87113 | On time 14:41 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 0h30 | 15:11 Sheerness-on-Sea (SSS) | 1 change | |
| P85147 · P87135 | On time 15:11 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 0h31 | 15:42 Sheerness-on-Sea (SSS) | 1 change | |
| P85346 · P87143 | On time 15:41 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 0h30 | 16:11 Sheerness-on-Sea (SSS) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 5:35 Rainham (london) | 2h37 | 8:12 Sheerness-on-sea | 3 changes | |
| 6:49 Rainham (london) | 1h52 | 8:41 Sheerness-on-sea | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rainham to Sheerness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Rainham to Sheerness run on average 3 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Southeastern, c2c from Rainham to Sheerness trainsSoutheastern, c2c trains will get you between Rainham and Sheerness from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rainham to Sheerness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rainham to Sheerness by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sheerness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rainham and Sheerness
Most Rainham to Sheerness trains use the Rainham (Kent) to Sheerness-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare Rainham and Sheerness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rainham station do trains to Sheerness leave from?
Getting to Rainham (Kent) from Rainham city centre
Rainham (Kent) train station facilities and services
Rainham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Rainham (Kent).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rainham (Kent). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rainham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rainham (Kent): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rainham (Kent): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 0 or 1 for services towards London via main station entrance or side entrance out of hours. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via side entrance and short ramp from Granary Close. Step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 250 metres, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:48 Saturday 06:30 - 20:48 Sunday 07:45 - 19:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Sheerness station do trains from Rainham arrive at?
Getting to Sheerness-on-Sea from Sheerness city centre
Sheerness-on-Sea train station facilities and services
Sheerness-on-Sea has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheerness-on-Sea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheerness-on-Sea. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheerness-on-Sea: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheerness-on-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheerness-on-Sea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - This is a terminal platform with only one platform in use and step free access available via the main and side entrances, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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